International Women’s Day: What does it mean to you?

Hey guys, it’s international women’s day. As you may have gathered from the title, I’d like to know what this means to you. Male or female, women affect everyone. We all have mothers, possibly sisters, aunties and definitely a female friend or two. What I really mean is: How do you feel about the existence of a day of recognition? I seldom recognize such days as I feel it’s the same point … Continue reading

Friday Nails: Two Faced – Vampy/Glam look

Two looks: One vampy, one glam. Wear one, or both! Video fixed…comment if it looks funny!   Products: Base: Living in Cinn-amon – Sephora by OPI 212 Sephora by OPI Leather look polish by Nails Inc Subscribe to our Youube: http://www.youtube.com/user/strangekittyca Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strangekittyca Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Strangekitty_ca Music: “Black Rainbow” by Pitx (feat. ERH, acclivity) http://ccmixter.org/files/Pitx/19513 is licensed under a Creative Commons license: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/sampling+/1.0/

Wednesday Noms: Chipotle-Honey Beef Back Ribs & Crimini Mushrooms

chipotle honey ribs

Hey guys! Guess what I like to nom? RIBS! I love ribs. Maybe it’s because they come with handles for easier nomming? Anyway, this week’s recipe is pretty spicy – adjust the amounts to your taste. It’s a delectable, slow roasted beef back rib. Not a common choice, I know. But they’re very cheap, and easy to ace if done right! You will need: 4 large beef back ribs 250g … Continue reading

Friday Nails: Nails Inc ‘Bling it on Rebel’ (Leather look) Review

Hey guys!   A quick review and demo of Nails Inc’s new ‘Bling it on Rebel’ leather look nail kit. I really loved this one! The leather look polish dries quick, it’s very durable too and took a couple days before i noticed any chipping. Other than that, it looks very cool, perfect rocker girl look for the weekend! It cost me about $30 at Sephora Canada. It comes with: … Continue reading

Wednesday Noms: Spicy Ribs + Sautéed Onions & Potato Mash

spicy ribs

Hey guys! This week’s recipe is a classic rib dinner. It’s simple and quick; but tastes rich and spicy. This recipe is designed for two (or one very hungry person). So just double it for every additional two. You will need: 1 large rack of baby back ribs 2 T Sriracha/chilli sauce Garlic powder Onion powder Salt & Pepper 1/2 cup cocktail onions, peeled 1 large white onion, peeled and … Continue reading

Friday Nails: Winter Love + DIY dotting tool

Hey guys! This look is a combination of Valentines and winter colours. I’ll show you how to easily make cute little hearts with your own DIY dotting tool. The nice thing about this is that it’s so subtle, you can wear it after Valentines and not look strange. Products: Essie ‘No Place Like chrome’ Essence ’19′ (Grey with pink shimmer) Sephora by OPI matte clear coat Pencil with eraser + flat … Continue reading

Wednesday Noms: 5 Paleo food blogs I read everyday

Hey guys! Here are five of my favourite places to find food-spiration.  Chowstalker. Just looking at the front page makes me drool, but this site is an amazing collector for Paleo/gluten-free recipes. Dessertstalker is Chowstalker’s sweeter little sister, collecting Paleo friendly dessert recipes. Nom Nom Paleo has an amazing Paleo foodie blog, cookbook AND an app. She also gives great advice for eating out, gluten free! Everyday Paleo are a Paleo Parenting … Continue reading

Friday Nails – Valentines Look (Konad Stamper) + Red Ombre

This weeks look is a sweet and cute Valentine’s look. I know it’s early, but it’s best to be prepared. You can change this from vampy to cute, depending on which look you like Products: Konad Nail Stamper kit (white polish) Bundlemonster stamp plate #BM 317 Essie ‘Bordeaux’ Sally Hansen ‘Red Carpet’ Music: “Watching Seabirds Soar (Harmony)” by DoKashiteru (feat. Snowflake) http://ccmixter.org/files/DoKashiteru/24925 is licensed under a Creative Commons license: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ … Continue reading

Wednesday Noms: Shiitake/Portabella Mushroom Steak Burgers w/ Cheddar & Onion

shiitake burgers

Hey guys! Being gluten free, I sometimes miss burgers. Although I can occasionally tolerate a wheat bun, If I want to stay on track, I make these awesome Shiitake/Portabella Steak burgers instead. You still get the burger craving pay off, without the sore tummy later! Makes (2) burgers. You will need: 4 shiitake or portabella mushrooms, de-stemmed. You can find them in Asian markets, they’re about palm-sized. 2 palm sized … Continue reading